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Understanding Microsoft® Windows Server 2008

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Class overview

Understanding Microsoft® Windows Server 2008

With Windows Server 2008, Microsoft has created a flexible, secure and controlled environment for IT operations. It combines the creative needs of developers with the security needs of IT professionals. This class examines the features of Windows Server 2008, including its virtualization and remote access and its security and control features, as well as how to select a version of the software.

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What you'll learn

Have an understanding of the new features offered in Windows Server 2008 and how it compares to Windows Server 2003
Understand Windows Server 2008 flexibility through the built-in virtualization and remote access capabilities
Know what features Windows Server 2008 offers for securing and controlling the IT infrastructure and environment
Be able to identify which version of Windows Server 2008 best serves their needs and understand what is required to complete an installation

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Lessons

»	Lesson 1: Overview of Microsoft Windows Server 2008

Microsoft Windows Server 2008 offers a wealth of components for the IT professional. This lesson explores the new features and functionality available in Windows Server 2008, and compares Windows Server 2003 to 2008.

Lesson 2: Windows Server 2008 flexibility: virtualization and remote access
Creating a flexible and agile data center environment is a strategic decision for any IT organization. This lesson explains the new features and enhancements involved with virtualization and remote access that are built into Windows Server 2008.

Lesson 3: Windows Server 2008 security and control features
Controlling your network infrastructure and servers is critical to any IT environment. Windows Server 2008 provides Windows PowerShell, Server Manager and Network Access Protection, features that make managing and securing your infrastructure easier.

Lesson 4: Selecting and installing Windows Server 2008
Selecting your version of Windows Server 2008 depends on the needs of your environment. This lesson discusses the different editions of Windows Server 2008, how to prepare and install the OS and how to configure the system upon first start-up.

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Instructor

		» Diane Barrett 56 Ratings Diane Barrett is an instructor, technical reviewer, and trainer who works at Remington College in Tempe, Arizona, where she's spent two years teaching in the Computer Networking program. Diane currently holds CISSP, MCSE, CCNA, CompTIA A+, Net+, Inet+, and Security + certifications and has been instrumental in formulating a unique security program that may be taught at the local campus of the college. Previously she taught at another technical college and spent seven years working in a software development environment. She's also the president of NextGard Technology LLC, which specializes in security awareness training and consulting. The company focuses on helping businesses attain success through proper security. In her spare time, Diane enjoys bowling and playing in the park with her two Labrador Retrievers.
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Jan 31, 2010